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PGE, Pacific Power brace for storm outages in Oregon: How to prepare
Pacific Power said crews are ready as the storm could bring heavy rain, mountain snow and wind that may cause extended outages.
- Starting Nov. 12, an atmospheric river brought significant rain, wind, and snow to Oregon and California, marking the season's strongest weather event.
- Pacific Power mobilized crews to respond to potential service disruptions, urging customers to update contact information, sign up for outage alerts, and restock emergency kits.
- Customers can report outages by texting OUT to 722797 or checking status with STAT; Pacific Power warns to avoid downed lines and call 911 immediately if seen.
- State and local emergency management organizations recommend households prepare an emergency plan and be ready for up to 72 hours without essential services.
- Updates regarding service restoration efforts remain available to customers through Pacific Power's website and mobile application as the meteorology team continues tracking the storm.
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Oregon Wind Alert: 65 MPH Gusts Possible Friday, Nov. 13
Medford, OR – Southern Oregon residents are being urged to prepare for potentially hazardous winds Friday, Nov. 13, as a strong cold front approaches the region, bringing gusts as high as 65 mph along parts of the coast and strong winds across inland valleys and higher elevations.
Pacific Storms Set to Bring Heavy Rain, Strong Winds to Southern Oregon
MEDFORD, Ore. (Nov. 11, 2026) — After several days of unusually warm and mostly dry weather, a series of Pacific storm systems is expected to bring widespread rain, gusty winds and hazardous conditions to Southern Oregon beginning Friday, according to the National Weather Service in Medford. The first and strongest storm system is expected to…
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